Events 2005 - 2006

 

 

What is Dollars for Scholars?

Dollars for Scholars is a series of exciting activities and events designed to provide support for student financial aid.  For over 30 years, Sidwell Friends has been committed to providing interesting opportunities for community support through silent and live auctions.  This tradition of fabulous auctions continues today and is enhanced by the additional programs outlined below.  We hope these events will excite and engage you as we continue to seek support for the important priority of increased financial aid.

 

Thanks to this year's generous underwriters:

Jamie and Joseph Baldinger

Mortimer and Ruth Caplin Family

Fannie Mae

Mari Schleuning and Martin Franks

Friendship Hospital for Animals

J.E. Robert & Company

SunTrust Bank

 

 

Sally Foster -  NOW THRU- January 15, 2006

Internet sales offering fine Harry London Chocolates and a variety of unique gift-wrap and bath products, perfect for the holidays or special occasions.  50 cents of every $1.00 supports financial aid.  This fundraiser has raised over $2,500 for student financial aid.

 

Next to New Sale - cancelled for this year only

 

Due to the campus construction and limited space, the Next to New Sale has been cancelled for this year.  In the absence of the Next to New Sale, there will be opportunities to donate used goods through other charitable organizations.  Watch for dates and times in the fall newsletters and the SFS website for details.  The sale will return in the '06-'07 school year.

 

 

Online Auction - November 2 -11, 2005

 

Chair - Leslie Knibb

This event has raised nearly $53,000 for student financial aid.

 

Variety Show - OCTOBER 23, 2005

Co-Chairs - Jane Freundel Levey, Tip Letsche and Helen Pearson

An artistic performance by Sidwell Friends alumni who are professionals in the performing arts.  This event has raised nearly $6,000 for student financial aid.


Live Auction - APRIL 9, 2006

Co-Chairs - Claire Dwoskin, Capricia Marshall and Susannah Shakow

An evening that includes a silent and live auction offering exceptional and distinct items for bid. 

 

 

TENNIS TOURNAMENT - February 25, 2006

 

Chair - Kathleen Schafer

Have you re-strung your racket lately?  How about those new pair of sneakers?  Well, get ready, because tennis enthusiasts shouldn't miss the first ever Dollars for Scholars Tennis Tournament. 

 

Golf Tournament - May 15, 2006

Chair - Murry Gunty

A social afternoon of golf, lunch, cocktails and an auction at Bretton Woods. 

 

 

*************************************************

 

These initiatives, with the express purpose of raising money for student financial aid, would not be possible without your support. 

 

Here's how you can help:

  • Volunteering your time, expertise and service; and

  • Inviting your friends to attend

  • Sponsoring a portion of the events.

 


To learn more about Dollars for Scholars and how you can support these important fund-raisers, please contact the Special Events office, (202) 537-8110 or dollarsforscholars@sidwell.edu.